- Bilkul Online
- Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar | 05 March 2026
Gujarat recorded 4,890 emergency incidents across the state during the Holi-Dhuleti festivities, compared with the normal daily trend of 4,002 cases, marking an increase of 888 emergencies or 22.20 per cent. As per the figures received till 9 p.m. on Wednesday, district-wise data shows that several parts of the state witnessed a notable rise in incidents. Ahmedabad reported 908 emergencies, up from its usual 767, for an 18.37 per cent increase. Surat logged 581 cases compared to the normal 369, reflecting a 57.42 per cent rise — one of the highest increases in absolute numbers.
Vadodara recorded 255 incidents, up from 208, while Rajkot reported 244, up from 216. Dahod saw 185 cases, up from 143, and Kachchh registered 182, up from 151. Valsad reported 176 emergencies, up from 128, a 37.72 per cent increase. An official said, “During festivals such as Diwali and Holi, emergency cases are expected to rise. We were proactive in handling cases. We have been available as well as accessible for the people.” Among districts with sharp percentage rises, Aravalli recorded 81 incidents against 48, a 68.05 per cent jump. Dang reported 58 cases, up from 36, an increase of 62.01 per cent. Morbi logged 100 emergencies against 67, reflecting a 50.30 per cent rise, while Panchmahal recorded 134 cases compared to 93, up 44.09 per cent. Other districts also reported higher-than-average figures.